Purchasing Assistant

UPC Displays; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) and Roth

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Health insurance benefits

Paid holidays

Job summary

UPC Displays in Madison, Wisconsin, is seeking a Purchasing Assistant to support operations by purchasing materials, coordinating with vendors, and ensuring timely delivery and inventory control.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED (associate degree preferred) and 1–3 years in purchasing or related fields. Proficiency with MS Office and ERP/MRP software is expected, with opportunities for growth in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field preferred.
• 1-3 years of purchasing/procurement/inventory control/administrative experience required.
• Experience with vendors, purchase orders, freight coordination, and inventory management.
• Experience using ERP, MRP, or accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Purchase materials, supplies, equipment, and services to support company operations.
• Source vendors, obtain quotes, and maintain supplier relationships.
• Coordinate deliveries, inventory, and logistics to ensure materials are available when needed.
• Maintain purchasing records, process invoices, and resolve purchasing or vendor issues.
• Work with internal teams to support projects and production schedules.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and monitor market trends.
• Perform other purchasing and administrative duties as assigned.
• Demonstrate strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and sound decision-making.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Decision making

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in Business or related field preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word)

ERP/MRP software

Job description

POSITION: Purchasing Assistant

About UPC

UPC has been designing and manufacturing retail store fixtures and point-of-purchase displays in Madison, Wisconsin, for almost 50 years, since 1978. Started as a family business, we have grown and have established ourselves worldwide. We are employee centric and are looking for strong candidates and long-term commitments. Our employee's tenure says it all!

Position Summary.

• Purchase materials, supplies, equipment, and services to support company operations.
• Source vendors, obtain quotes, and maintain supplier relationships.
• Coordinate deliveries, inventory, and logistics to ensure materials are available when needed.
• Maintain purchasing records, process invoices, and resolve purchasing or vendor issues.
• Work with internal teams to support projects and production schedules.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and monitor market trends.
• Perform other purchasing and administrative duties as assigned.
• Demonstrate strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and sound decision-making.

Facility & Work Environment

• Standard Office Environment
• Occasional exposure to manufacturing, production, and warehouse environments. The position requires periodic communication and collaboration with production team members.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field preferred.
• One to three years of purchasing, procurement, inventory control, administrative, or related experience required.
• Manufacturing or industrial purchasing experience is a plus.
• Experience working with vendors, purchase orders, freight coordination, and inventory management.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, and Word) and experience using ERP, MRP, or accounting software.

Benefits

We offer a competitive benefits package that includes:

• 401(k) and Roth
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Health insurance benefits
• Paid holidays
• And more

FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE REFER TO UPC WEBSITE, www.upcdisplays.com or contact us in the following way:

Phone: [phone]

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Email: [e-mail]

Universal Presentation Concepts (UPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.